SOFIAH NICHOLE SALIVIO
News Editor
Game Outlet Europe has launched a range of 8BitDo Xbox accessories in Europe, marking the products’ first official release in the region.
The line includes a keyboard, numpad, mouse and controller in a Jade Green finish, all officially licensed for Xbox. The products had already built demand in North America before arriving in Europe.
Prices start at £39.99 for the Retro 18 Numpad and rise to £104.99 for the Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard. The Retro R8 Mouse is priced at £54.99, while the Ultimate 3-mode Controller for Xbox costs £59.99.
The keyboard uses an 87-key layout and is compatible with Xbox, Windows and Android devices. It supports wireless 2.4G, Bluetooth and wired USB connections, and ships with programmable Dual Super Buttons.
The numpad is designed to match the keyboard and can switch between PC numpad mode and calculator mode. It supports wired USB, wireless 2.4G and Bluetooth 5.0, and includes a small display that can run built-in mini-games.
The mouse comes with a charging dock that also stores the wireless dongle. According to the product specifications, it offers six sensitivity levels ranging from 50DPI to 26000DPI, polling rates from 125Hz to 8000Hz, and up to 105 hours of use on a single charge.
The controller expands the range beyond desktop accessories and is intended for use across Xbox, PC and mobile devices. It includes wired USB, 2.4G wireless and Bluetooth connection modes, along with a charging dock and Hall-effect joysticks.
Regional push
The European release also includes localised keyboard layouts for the UK, Germany, Spain and France, suggesting a broader retail push across national markets rather than a single standard configuration for the region.
Based in Karlstad, Sweden, Game Outlet Europe distributes video games and accessories and operates in more than 40 countries. It described the new line as part of a wider expansion of 8BitDo’s Xbox-themed hardware offering in Europe.
8BitDo is best known for retro-styled gaming peripherals, and the launch continues that design approach with a colour scheme referencing the original Xbox console. In recent months, the company has expanded its Xbox-branded hardware beyond controllers into desktop accessories.
David Karlsson, Chief Executive Officer of Game Outlet Europe, commented on the launch and the range’s regional rollout.
“8BitDo continues to raise the bar in product quality and innovation, with the brand continuing to grow in popularity across Europe,” said David Karlsson, Chief Executive Officer of Game Outlet Europe.
“This summer, we’re delighted to be introducing this new line of officially licensed Xbox accessories to gamers in the EU, including localised keyboard layouts for the UK, Germany, Spain and France. Each product is designed to raise gamers’ performance, standing out from the competition through value and reliability that we believe are best in class. With the numpad arriving in July, you’ll finally have the complete experience,” Karlsson added.
